Sarah Heah

Senior Physiotherapist

"I will guide you every step of the way, ensuring that you feel supported throughout your recovery journey."

Sarah is a skilled and experienced physiotherapist with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Physiotherapy from The University of Sydney. With years of clinical practice in both Singapore and Australia, Sarah has worked across diverse settings, including private practice, hospitals, and schools. Her expertise spans return-to-sport rehabilitation, neurodynamics, dry needling, and full-body assessment. Sarah is passionate about improving patient outcomes through innovative approaches and evidence-based care, with a strong focus on women's health and special populations.

I will guide you every step of the way, ensuring that you feel supported throughout your recovery journey.

Sarah is a compassionate and dynamic physiotherapist dedicated to empowering her patients to achieve their health and wellness goals. With extensive experience in musculoskeletal and paediatric care, Sarah combines technical proficiency with a personal touch to create tailored rehabilitation plans. Her multidisciplinary approach, innovative projects like hippo therapy, and leadership in scoliosis clinics highlight her commitment to providing exceptional care. Outside of work, Sarah enjoys staying active through sports and exploring her creative side with hobbies such as sewing, jewellery making, and writing.

Proficient in using dry needling techniques to address musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction.

Experienced in applying various taping methods for injury prevention and recovery support.

Skilled in designing and implementing strength and conditioning programs tailored to individual needs.

Expertise in conducting comprehensive assessments to identify underlying issues and optimise treatment plans.

Adept at guiding athletes through rehabilitation programs to ensure a safe and effective return to their sports.

Experienced in working with children with special needs, and providing physiotherapy services in educational and community settings.

Proven ability to work with diverse teams, including caregivers, educators, and other healthcare professionals, to deliver holistic care.

Skilled in creating personalised exercise programs that address specific goals and functional requirements.

Capable of educating patients and caregivers on treatment plans and self-management strategies to empower long-term health improvements.

Demonstrated leadership in initiatives such as scoliosis clinics and therapeutic projects, showcasing organisational and innovative abilities.

Sarah adopts a patient-centered and holistic approach to treatment, focusing on personalised care plans based on a thorough assessment of each individual’s needs. She integrates evidence-based practices with innovative techniques such as neurodynamics, motor control exercises, and dry needling to optimise outcomes. Sarah values collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and caregivers to provide comprehensive care, particularly in paediatrics and women’s health. Her empathetic and proactive mindset ensures patients feel supported throughout their rehabilitation journey.

Full Registration with the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC), Singapore

General Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist (PCES 2.0) - Completed January 2023

Dry Needling - Completed May 2023

200-hour Yoga Teacher Training (Hatha Vinyasa Yoga) - Completed December 2014

Pioneered the scoliosis clinic at AWWA School and led the hippo therapy project in collaboration with Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) Singapore.

Wrote blog posts for Barefoot Physiotherapy, contributing to patient education and clinic outreach.

Trained physiotherapists in the Barefoot Method and conducted specialised training for golfers.

Actively participated in sports such as golf, squash, and running, drawing from her athletic background to inform her physiotherapy practice.